This year's rates

In 2017/18 the Council will collect $455.6 million in rates (excluding GST).

$447.4m from existing ratepayers

$2.0m from new subdivisions and construction

$3.2m in excess water charges

$3.0m in late penalty payments

This year rates rose on average 5.46 per cent for existing ratepayers. This means the average homeowner is paying $48 per week (including GST).However, the actual increase in rates for individual properties varies depending on factors such as: